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    Modified: Jan 19, 2024 · Published: Apr 29, 2017 by Willow Moon · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · I get commissions for purchases made through links in this post.

    Easy Homemade Coconut Granola

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    This Easy Homemade Coconut Granola will whisk you away to the tropics! It is packed with coconut flavor, is easy to make, and is cheaper than store-bought!

    Coconut granola on a parchment-paper lined baking sheet.

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    This Easy Homemade Coconut Granola recipe has three types of coconut to give it a ton of coconut flavor: coconut chips, shredded coconut, and coconut oil. It is simple to make and it will save you money.

    There are some bags of granola that go anywhere from six to ten dollars, and they are small. I don't think they are worth the price.

    I recently got a free bag of vegan granola that would have cost that much. I have to say that I wasn't that impressed, especially when I could make my own.

    By making your own granola, you can control what goes in it. Have you ever read labels on granola and other products?

    It's kind of scary what manufacturers put in their products, like ingredients that are unrecognizable. No, thank you! I'd rather make my own.

    I get to control how much and what kind of sweetener goes in it. Some flavors need less sweetener than others. I like to stay away from sweeteners like corn syrup, thank you very much.

    Other coconut recipes to try are Homemade Coconut Lemonade and Vegan Strawberries and Cream recipe.

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    • ❤️ Why You'll Love It
    • 🧾 Ingredients
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • 🍽 Serving
    • 👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs
    • Other Vegan Granola Recipes
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    ❤️ Why You'll Love It

    • It is simple and easy to make, and you get to control the ingredients.
    • It is cheaper than store-bought granola.
    • It's made with whole foods, and it is vegan and gluten-free.

    🧾 Ingredients

    Ingredients for coconut granola on a cutting board with labels.
    • Rolled oats: I used gluten-free rolled oats.
    • Coconut oil: Adds coconut flavor and makes the rolled oats crispy.
    • Agave syrup: Adds sweetness. You could also use maple syrup.
    • Vanilla Extract: Enhances flavors.
    • Unsweetened coconut flakes: Adds coconut flavor and a crunchy texture. You could also add chocolate, like I did for my Chocolate Coconut Granola recipe.
    • Unsweetened shredded coconut: Adds more coconut flavor.
    • Salt: Enhances flavors. I like to use sea salt.

    To see the full list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

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    🔪 Instructions

    Wet ingredients in a large bowl.

    Step 1: Add coconut oil, agave syrup, vanilla extract, and salt to a large bowl. Heat in the microwave to liquify the coconut oil if needed.

    Rolled oats added to the bowl of wet ingredients.

    Step 2: Add in rolled oats. Stir to combine.

    Coated rolled oats on a parchment paper lined baking sheet.

    Step 3: Spread rolled oats out on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes, toss, bake for another 5 minutes.

    Coconut flakes and shredded coconut added to the baked granola on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

    Step 4: Add coconut flakes and shredded coconut. Bake for 5 minutes longer.

    Baked coconut granola on a baking sheet.

    🍽 Serving

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    👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs

    How long will homemade granola last?

    This gluten-free granola recipe will last about 1 month in an airtight container at room temperature.

    What is a good binding agent for granola?

    What is a good binding agent for granola?
    For this recipe, I used agave syrup to bind the granola together and add sweetness. Maple syrup also works well.

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    If you tried this Easy Homemade Coconut Granola Recipe or any other recipe on my website, please leave a ⭐️ star rating and let me know how you like it in the 💬 comments below. I love hearing from you!

    📋 Recipe

    Coconut Granola in a small bowl.
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    Easy Homemade Coconut Granola

    This Easy Homemade Coconut Granola will whisk you away to the tropics! It is packed with coconut flavor, is easy to make, and is cheaper than store-bought!
    Course Breakfast
    Cuisine American
    Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 20 minutes minutes
    Total Time 25 minutes minutes
    Servings 8
    Calories 277kcal
    Author Willow Moon
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    Ingredients

    • 2 cups  gluten free rolled oats
    • 2 tablespoons  coconut oil
    • 2 tablespoons agave syrup
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ½ cup coconut flakes
    • ½ cup  finely shredded coconut
    • Pinch salt
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    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 325°F.
    • Add coconut oil, agave syrup, vanilla extract, and salt to a large bowl. Heat in microwave 20-30 seconds if needed to liquify the coconut oil. Stir.
    • Mix oats and syrup mixture. Spread out on a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes at 325°F. Toss, and bake another 5 minutes. Add coconut chips and coconut flakes, and bake 5 minutes longer.

    Notes

    This granola recipe will last about 1 month in an airtight container at room temperature.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 277kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 7mg | Potassium: 196mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 2mg
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    *Note: Nutrition information should be considered an estimate only. Different nutrition calculators give you different results.

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      5 from 3 votes (2 ratings without comment)

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    1. Natalie says

      June 15, 2018 at 11:57 am

      I found this recipe through your vegan yogurt parfait, which I'm going to make next. I've been eating this every morning since. Yum!5 stars

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      • Willow Moon says

        June 15, 2018 at 11:59 am

        I'm so glad that you like it!

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    2. Kate says

      May 03, 2017 at 5:49 am

      Oh man, I hear you! Bloggers have to wear soooo many hats! This recipe looks delightful. I also love making granola. It's unbelievably easy and delicious!

      Reply
    3. Julie Santos says

      May 02, 2017 at 8:38 pm

      So good. I need to pin this coconut granola for a future breakfast to go!

      Reply
    4. Audrey Marie says

      May 02, 2017 at 4:25 pm

      This looks so good! I'm definitely pinning this recipe to remember to make it later. I think I'd throw in some cacoa nibs as well 🙂

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      • Willow Moon says

        May 03, 2017 at 2:20 pm

        Ooh, that sounds good! I love cacao nibs and I always have them in my pantry!

        Reply
    5. jessica says

      May 02, 2017 at 2:11 pm

      yum, yum and YUM...can't wait to try this!

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    6. Crystal // Dreams, etc. says

      May 02, 2017 at 12:38 pm

      This sounds so good! I'll definitely have to try it out sometime.

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    7. Belle says

      May 02, 2017 at 12:36 pm

      That looks amazing! I'm saving this for future use!

      Belle

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    8. Samantha @ Momma Wants Java says

      May 02, 2017 at 11:48 am

      Wow! This looks so delicious! I love coconut, and granola is one of those foods I wish I ate more of. 🙂 Pinning this for sure! Thanks for the amazing recipe!

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      • Willow Moon says

        May 03, 2017 at 2:18 pm

        Thanks Samantha!

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    9. hal says

      May 02, 2017 at 9:41 am

      Where is my obsession with all things coconut coming from?! but i saw your post & was flipping out - this is right up my alley right now!

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      • Willow Moon says

        May 03, 2017 at 2:18 pm

        Haha, I think I have had the same obsession recently! Here's to coconut, cheers!

        Reply

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